a professional association of specialists in the field of psychotherapy, created for the development of psychotherapeutic science and practice in Russia. The Association is engaged in the development of standards for the provision of psychotherapeutic care, supports professional education and professional development, organizes conferences and scientific events, promotes ethical standards and legal protection of the activities of psychotherapists. The RPA represents the interests of the Russian psychotherapeutic school in the international arena and cooperates with foreign professional communities.